About Tommykane / Tommy Kane  

limon✫art says:
"Tommy is an awesome artist and person! He's a true master at filling up those mosleskin pages with incredible thoughts. Thanks Tommy for sharing your images with the world and for your support! Your kind words made my day a million times better."

Tabike says:
"Tommy is just one of the best artists around in flickr. The retro-touch, his portraits and the wonderful drawings on his moleskine make him one of my most precious contacts"

sauerkids says:
"Tommy is.....well...what can I say? We know Tommy for quite some time now. Not only a brilliant painter and draftsman but also one of the kindest and funniest people we've ever met. We were immediately impressed by his drawings and painting skills but also by his humor and his funny stories... and if this wasn't enough, Tommy also gave us one of his paintings...We gave it a special place in our studio. Just to remind us that great people make great art...
Keep on drawing Tommy! Hugs and love from your biggest fans!"

Butch Belair says:
"Sorry to break the news, but Tommy Kane is not a man. He is a machine. A ruthlessly talented relentlessly productive machine. For many years his kind ways and psudo human appearance had me fooled. I considered him the closest of friends untill the terrible truth was revealed. He was designed in secret lab for the purpose of frustrating every other living artist. He is able to produce more great artworks per day, than would be possible by any mere human. Even if anyone were as talented, they would never be able to out produce this juggernaught of art. Damn you, Tommy Kaaaane!!!"

Pure Gin! says:
"I can't get enough of Tommykane..."

myrte voogt says:
"Insanely talented!! And I'm completely jealous of all his skillz hehe. If I had any money I'd buy the whole lot! Seriously..my fav artist on the web."

Plurp says:
"Three sumo wrestlers stood by the rack, discussing in quiet but emphatic tones how best to share a bicycle. At length, they decided it best to walk."

donnamcm says:
"I don't know this man from Adam, but I am so impressed by his sketches. He loves detail and that much we have in common, but that is where our commonalities end. I've only learned to draw a couple of years ago and his work is my inspiration to keep on drawing, hoping that some day I can be half as good as he is. How does he do it??????"

rudisillart says:
"Tommy's art is always interesting, entertaining and thought provoking. His work can make the most mundane subject speak to you... and I mean literally. there is something about his line work that makes every drawing pulse with energy and personality. I feel honored that he wrote a testimonial for me and I only waited so long to do the same for him because i feel so inarticulate that I can't do his work justice. Thanks for sharing your work with all of us, Tommy!"

velvetina says:
"I get writer's cramp just looking at these drawings. I think Tommy Kane has drawn every brick in every building in NYC. His body of work is so amazing it hurts my eyes and I find I can only take it in small doses. This guy is good. Really, really good."

pumpkinoodle says:
"Tommy is a freakin' amazing artist...his control of line is pretty much mind-blowing, and I love the way he sees the world (oh, and he's also a very important person, but that goes without saying ;-)!!"

arty. says:
"surprised at his exact drawing!!
I want to see his drawing work closely.
A lot of techniques can be learnt from his picture.
It is very wonderful for the color and the description of the picture.
All people who saw his picture can become happy feelings.
it's His big technique☆
And, the warm sketch makes us easily receive the culture of all countries!!"

daniellajaeger says:
"It's people like Tommy who make Flickr not merely a wasteland of photographs, but a forum for artistic personalities of all kinds. From paintings and drawings to 3D works and advertisements, Tommy always feeds us something new, something fresh. His passion is not pretentious; it is raw, and inspiring to us rookies! A look into his other sites will lead you to more of his works in various media, as well as frank and encouraging interviews and advice. And don't forget to check out his sitting-in-a-dark-theater sketching skills. What a talent."

18CRoWNs says:
"This man became my fav at the very first time i gotta see his arts.
They're stunning... and took my breath away!

Thank u so much for sharing ur so awesome works Mr.!"

| Thorsten | says:
"Tom Kane, apart from being a rider of blue horses, chaser of the watercolour-storm and tamer of pens and pencils fortunately doesn't subdue his passion for transforming the world's beauty into dense and tense artworks.
Fullstop."

rumpälstilzschän*** says:
"hey tommy,
i like your paintings so much...
you're very creative!
like a trip in another world!
thank u for the very nice message and the coaxing testimonial!!!

kristina***"

wardi says:
"I love looking at other people's drawings, and I enjoy reading the stories that go with them. And Tommykane has plenty of both. The drawings have a density and simplicity at the same time. Lively and colourful, even when there's no colour.

If it were possible to go on a day trip in a drawing, my first choice would be one of Tommykane's!"

miss mary jane says:
"A truly original artist!!
I think I enjoy the cardboard paintings the most! Tommy Kane seems to have his own personal style that is extremely unique.
A talent that I am jealous of!"

jonathan (TrashBoy) says:
"One of the coolest artists out there today!!!! Tommy's art is brilliantly original and encompasses many aspects of the world today in a pop-ish juxtapose of found objects and skilled painting! I can't stop looking at his art!"

Nad says:
"Tommy Kane will blow your Brain
He's a latter day Roger Hane
Encompassing within one Grain
A universe of Joy and Pain
To match such Skill will cause a Strain
To lesser Folk than He, i.e....
...Me."

Laurie York says:
"Rarely I come across an artist's work that somehow etches itself in my heart and mind. Tommy Kane's drawings are with me still from the first moment I saw them - I just can't get them out of my head and I wouldn't want to! Tommy's passion pours from his pen into drawings and paintings so intimate, detailed, and soulful I sometimes feel I've invaded a private space as I view them - such honesty is seldom seen in public places.

Thank you Tommy sharing your incredible Moleskine journals with me and the rest of the world. We are all so incredibly fortunate to experience these tenderly-drawn creations from your heart and soul."

KBlados says:
"I've seen the yellowtail adds around town and always thought they were so clever and original. Now that I've seen Tommy Kane's artwork, I'm at a loss. I'd love to write a testimonial, but words don't do this work justice.

Just amazing."

dan:may says:
"the perfect blend of fine art and design. Tommy is far and away one the most talented artist's out there. his bold work is filled with sublime humor, raw emotion, and endless style. a true inspiration ...so pull up a chair, pour yourself a drink, and dig into this guys work. you will not be disappointed!"

maggie_le_chat says:
"We've got an all around artiste on our hands here! Tommy's retro inspired paintings are some of my favorite works that I've come across. His work is in one word, cool.
Make that super cool."

..::~The Czar~::.. says:
"The first time i clicked on Tommy Kane's flickr page, my jaw dropped to the floor. Tommy's artwork completely blew my mind. I have been inspired by all his works!

This talented individual has a very unique style. I think we really need to see mo re of his work out there.I love how detailed his artwork is. With a strong portfolio that he has, who would be stupid enough not to hire him?

If i had a lot of money i'd buy all his artwork, have a magazine called "KANE" with all his artwork and have a
gallery with all his stuff. Unfortunately i'm poor so all i can do is check out his stuff on flickr! I promise
that when i win the lottery i'll pay big bucks to get my hands on the "mybuddahlo" illustration.....

Awesome job! Keep up the good work!"

Pinky-Lee says:
"This is a very impressive collection of work. Tommy Kane has an outstanding portfolio of work that embodies all elements: humorous, serious, glamorous, etc. His style and original ideas are a joy to behold. No amateur stuff to weed through here. Highly recommended for your viewing pleasure!"

Crickskipper says:
"Tommy's talent, sense of humor, technical skills and raw ambition make him a force to contend with as a fine artist and an art director. Whether I'm looking at a painting or one of his brilliant ads, it all sticks with me and becomes a part of my own dialog with designers and clients in my job as creative director, and an inspiration in my own fine art career."

ch-ill says:
"what can i say? oh jeah i'm just blowing away!
Tommykane is a very complete artist, intelligent graphics, strong intensive paintings and free draws full of life.

Tommykanes level is far away for me but so inspiring and great fun to watch!"

Symbolo says:
"I'm impressed from his paintings and even more from his graphic design works. Very creative, great sence for composition and beautiful work with colors. I'm glad that he's sharing his great work with us."

Caroline Bacher says:
"I KNOW when I've been struck at the right place visually. Mr T's versatile, unique and humorous work takes very confident and accurate aim straight thru the occular nerve where it lodges itself in the mind of the viewer....(in some cases, it even later demands that I buy a tasty bottle of Yellowtail!)"

anna_log says:
"mr. tommykane schafft den spagat zwischen kunst und kommerz auf eine wunderschöne art und weise wie ich sie sonst selten zu sehen bekomme. sein professionelles schaffen überzeugt genauso wie seine wunderbaren gemälde die ich mir stundenlang anschauen kann... (ich beginne nun auf ein original zu sparen!!!)
was für eine freude, ein solch guter künstler als einen "kontakt" zu wissen!"

Allison Sommers says:
"I first saw Tommy's work on Drawn!, where they featured his wonderful Don Knotts painting. Little did I know that behind that one painting was a legion of awesome work-- and the sketchbook chops to put anyone to shame. I love his sketchbook work!"

R. Chunn says:
"Tommy Kane was born to be an artist. A child prodigy, Tommy began drawing at an early age and has been sharpening his aesthetic eye ever since. Chances are, as you're reading this, he's drawing right now."

Wretched Dreams Of Redrum says:
"Up until recently, I had no idea Tommykane was the man behind some of the most eye catching, innovative and thought provoking imagery I've come across walking the streets of NYC. There's no lack of inspiration in any Tommykane piece. Keep a lookout, if you haven't come across his genius yet... you will."

Drew from the Point says:
"Tom's work inspires me everyday. An Artist at the deepest level, Tom's attention to detail and his ability to find inspiration in his past and his world around him never cease to amaze me. keep on rockin'....
Oh, and when Tom drops his first print edition soon, you better wise up and snag one!"

Shane Vorhaben says:
"Do yourself a favor and discover the work of Tommy Kane. From beautiful "on the spot" journal drawings to brilliant, masterful paintings, this guy's got the goods! He is truly an inspiration."

bluman says:
"Tommy Kane's vivid surrealism reminds me of the masters of this genre. His creativity is right up there with the very best."

Brian McCarty says:
"Tommy has an amazingly unique vision! You can see it not only in his brilliant personal work that collectors and critics clamor for, but he also elevates advertising to art with every project he works on. Also, I hear he's a tiger in the sack."

Mary Carmen SVI says:
"El arte y la creatividad de Tommy Kane son ilimitados, utiliza los recursos más simples y los convierte en algo extraordinario. Me encanta la manera que tiene de capturar los diferentes lugares que va retratando en su ir y venir y la capacidad de plasmar todo eso en papel.

Con toda mi admiración desde México,

Mary Carmen San Vicente"

Mattias Adolfsson says:
"Mr Kane, apart from being abnormally handsome, is a highly skilled draftsman and artist, with a keen eye to detail and form. Check out his blog, it's the rarest of breed, a blog worthy of reading."

Blake C. Himsl Hunter says:
"Check out Mr. Tommy Kane's work and be amazed! His art defines creativity, whether it's painting, ink, finished work, or a skecth. His blog entries display his thoughtfulness, a skill he used as a talented and renowned art director."

DUCKMARX says:
"Brilliant is such an overused term nowadays, but it describes Tammykane's work to a tee. He has such crisp lines and his interior penwork is superb. A good example of this is his chickenslo. And for real eye appeal, Tommykane has been evolving to the use of a bright, happy palette."